Semantics of sentences and patterns in Fadil Sâlih al-Samarrai

Language is one of the fundamental elements that reflect the culture and thought of the society to which it belongs. The importance of language becomes even more pronounced in rich languages such as Arabic, which include mechanisms like istikak (word derivation) and irab (syntax analysis). With the spread of Islam to vast geographies, Arabic interacted with other languages, increasing the likelihood of its deterioration, and thus the necessity of its preservation became imperative. As language has adapted to modern times, the development of technology and interaction with diverse nations have caused linguistic deterioration. These influences have negatively impacted the language, and since the primary sources of the Islamic religion are in Arabic, they have been subject to misinterpretation and misrepresentation. These misunderstandings may lead to both the distortion of the language and the misrepresentation of the religion itself. To address these challenges, various linguistic studies and collective efforts have been undertaken. Among the scholars contributing to these efforts is undoubtedly Fadil Sâlih al-Samarraî. He has authored many works in the field of the Arabic language, synthesizing the subtleties of the language by utilizing key sources from his field in his linguistic studies. This research consists of three chapters. The first chapter examines the life of Fadil Salih al-Samarraî, his works in the field of Arabic Language and Rhetoric, and his contributions to Arabic linguistics. The second chapter discusses the semantic dimensions of Arabic sentences and their forms of expression. The third chapter analyzes certain fundamental patterns in Arabic from Samarraî's perspective, with a focus on their semantic dimensions.